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Aerial view of U.S. Route 50—the loneliest road in the USA—and a wind farm in rural Nevada, featuring high mountains covered in desert terrain and snow. Clear blue sky.

Road Trips

7 Unforgettable U.S. Cross-Country Road Trips

Go from one side of the country to another on one of these journeys.

July 4, 2026 11:26 AM

Chloe Arrojado

Spring flower bloom at Torrey Pines State Beach, San Diego, California.

U.S. Beaches

These Are Southern California’s Most Beautiful Beaches

July 3, 2026 03:18 AM

Michelle Konstantinovsky

July 2, 2026 05:36 PM

Meagan Drillinger

Road Trips

24 Incredible Road Trips in the U.S.

July 2, 2026 05:27 PM

Ciera Velarde

A Deluxe Palace Garden View Room at the Aman Tokyo.

Hotels We Love

Tokyo Has No Shortage of Great Luxury Hotels. These Are the Ones to Book

July 2, 2026 09:11 AM

Adam H. Graham

A line of US passport covers with the president peeking through.

July 1, 2026 06:14 PM

Terry Ward

Islands

Canada Has More Islands Than the U.S.—Here Are Its 7 Most Spectacular

July 1, 2026 04:12 PM

Joel Balsam

People walk past a photo of Queen Elizabeth II as they walk out of a subway station in London, Friday, September 9, 2022.<br/>

September 9, 2022 02:34 PM

Associated Press (AP)

Old Town Lisbon. Street view of typical houses in Lisbon, Portugal, Europe

Air Travel News

The Best International Flight Deals Right Now to Inspire Your Next Big Adventure

September 9, 2022 12:24 PM

Michelle Baran

Food writer Eric Kim is on a quest to demonstrate that there are many ways to be Korean American—through food.

Food + Drink

Food Writer Eric Kim Is Redefining What It Means to Be Korean American

September 9, 2022 11:37 AM

Mae Hamilton

Festivals + Events

One of the Biggest Black Travel Festivals Is Coming to New Jersey

September 8, 2022 01:25 PM

Sarah Enelow-Snyder

The ship is slated to start sailing in 2024.

Cruise News

You Could Permanently Live at Sea on This Residential Cruise Ship

September 7, 2022 06:32 PM

Bailey Berg

HONG KONG - NOVEMBER 03, 2015: check-in area in Hong Kong Airport. Hong Kong International Airport is the main airport in Hong Kong. It is located on the island of Chek Lap Kok

Air Travel News

United to End Service to New York’s JFK Airport Unless It Gets More Slots

September 7, 2022 05:55 PM

Michelle Baran

Sail to Hawai'i, French Polynesia, Singapore, across Asia and the Middle East on the all-suite 'Seven Seas Mariner.'

Expedition Cruises

7 Incredible Around-the-World Cruises to Book Now

September 7, 2022 02:30 PM

Fran Golden

Fly to O'ahu this fall with Southwest and score a two-month Companion Pass.

Air Travel News

You Can Score a Southwest Companion Pass Just by Booking a Round-Trip Flight—but You’ll Need to Act Fast

September 6, 2022 07:09 PM

Michelle Baran

Milan moments at Bar Basso during <i>aperitivo </i>hour.

Summer 2022

3 Italian Cities, 3 Iconic Drinks, 1 Writer to Try Them All

September 6, 2022 05:56 PM

Lisa Abend

The pleasure of yakitori is experiencing the different textures: crunchy cartilage, chewy chicken skin, rich gizzards, and more.

Food + Drink

8 Essential Japanese Street Foods to Try

September 6, 2022 10:14 AM

Yukari Sakamoto

PONANT’s <i>Le Lapérouse </i>will be the staging area for a solar eclipse party in the Timor Sea in 2023.<br/>

Cruise News

4 Stellar Cruises Where You Can Catch an Eclipse

September 5, 2022 03:41 PM

Bailey Berg

From cities like Riyadh (above) to vast desertscapes, it's now easier to see Saudi Arabia.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

A New Visa Process Makes It Much Easier to Travel to Saudi Arabia Now

September 2, 2022 06:09 PM

Bailey Berg

Those $49 fares out of Nevada’s Reno-Tahoe International Airport are a thing of a past.

Air Travel News

Regional Airline Aha! Has Shut Down

September 2, 2022 01:33 PM

Associated Press (AP)

British sculptor Andy Goldsworthy is known for his larger than life pieces that demonstrate the beauty—and power—of nature.

Art + Culture

Rock Walls as Art? Why You Need to See These Andy Goldsworthy Pieces Around the U.S.

September 2, 2022 11:40 AM

Pat Tompkins

Cities We Love

Charlotte, North Carolina Is Ready for Its Crowning Moment

September 2, 2022 01:48 AM

Chloe Arrojado

Vietnam , 14,Sept, 2016 Travelers walk through an airport terminal, walking at airport, girl showing something through the window

Air Travel News

Your Rights as a Flier Are About to Get Much Better—if You Take Action

September 1, 2022 03:44 PM

Michelle Baran

The front parlor of The Madrona (like the rest of the property) showcases an eclectic array of furniture and artwork.

Hotels

Newly Reopened Boutique Hotel the Madrona Is a Maximalist Dream in California’s Sonoma County

August 30, 2022 09:05 PM

Michelle Baran

Due to high demand, Global Entry applications are taking up to 18 months in some cases.

Air Travel News

Your Global Entry Application Could Take More Than a Year—but There Are Ways to Speed It Up

August 30, 2022 07:45 PM

Bailey Berg

In Bremervoerde, Germany, a trial operation with two prototypes ran successfully between fall 2018 and February 2020.<br/>

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Hydrogen Passenger Trains Roll out in Germany

August 29, 2022 04:33 PM

Associated Press (AP)

The new Dark Skies Map hopes to help campers find spots where they can see the Milky Way.

History + Culture

New Hipcamp Feature Allows You to Find Dark Sky Campsites

August 26, 2022 11:14 PM

Bailey Berg

Getting intimate with the Aurora Borealis

Travel for Good

How to Use Travel to Help Save the World

Sponsored by The United States Tour Operators Association

The Danish tall-masted ship “<i>Danmark”</i> comes to New York City in September.

Travel for Good

A Danish Tall Ship Will Dock at South Street Seaport in September—and You Can Board

August 26, 2022 03:08 PM

Jane L. Levere

Lanyards decorated with sunflowers, the globally-recognized symbol for non-visible disabilities, will be provided to guests who may need more help during their travels.

August 26, 2022 02:55 PM

Bailey Berg

Outdoor Adventure

A Competition for Clever Dogs Draws Thousands to Colorado

August 26, 2022 01:33 PM

Andria Hautamaki

Orange County's Little Saigon is home to the world's largest population of Vietnamese people outside of Vietnam—the majority are from South Vietnam.

Destination Spotlight

Where to Eat, Shop, and Play in Orange County’s Little Saigon

August 26, 2022 08:30 AM

Cu Fleshman

Centuries of history, world-class dining, Van Leeuwen ice cream (!): NYC's South Street Seaport has it all.

Cities We Love

Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in NYC’s South Street Seaport

August 25, 2022 12:33 PM

Jane L. Levere

Bolt Farm Treehouse's new luxury cabins are meant to put nature front and center.

Hotel News + Openings

You Can Now Stay in a Luxury “Mirror Cabin” in Tennessee

August 24, 2022 07:25 PM

Bailey Berg

As cities rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic, urban centers are back and better than ever.

Summer 2022

It’s a Brave New World for Cities

August 24, 2022 05:39 PM

Azzurra Cox

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